sweeten the pot
The phrase "sweeten the pot" is often used in negotiations and gambling to describe making an offer more appealing by adding extra incentives.
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Definition
B2Negotiations
(informal, common)To enhance the attractiveness of an offer or deal by adding extra benefits.
Example
- To close the deal, the company decided to sweeten the pot by offering an additional discount.
B2Gambling
(informal, common)To increase a wager in order to make the bet more enticing.
Example
- He decided to sweeten the pot by adding another $50 to his bet.
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